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WHO WE ARE

In 1902 the ladies of charity founded the nationwide Big Sister movement by pioneering a program for vulnerable girls and families involved in the New York Children’s Court. Now serving both boys and girls, Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring has been critical in uniting NYC communities and uplifting children and families across the city for over nearly 125 years.

MISSION

Founded in 1902, Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring strives to transform the lives of children through one-to-one mentoring, while strengthening entire families in hardship.

VISION

A city in which all young people are empowered to recognize, reach for and achieve their full potential.

Building Brighter Futures, One Match at a Time

Bigs & Littles NYC brings caring mentors and young people together to create lasting relationships that empower children, strengthen families, and build stronger communities.

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Our Programs

Community Based Matching Process

Volunteer Journey Inquiry Call
Submit an Online Interest form via our website. Complete an Inquiry Phone call with a Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring Staff Member
 Application
Submit an Application via email,
which includes 3 references.
 Interview
Attend a 90-minute intake session
with a Program Manager to learn
more about you.
 if accepted if accepted Training
Applicants are required to attend the next scheduled Mentor Training.
 Background Check
References are contacted and fingerprints are screened
 Finding the Right Match
They will reach out and discuss the bio of your Potential Little/Big
 Introduction Meeting
If interested, all parties (Volunteer, Little, Parent/Guardian, Program Manager) will join us for a supervised Match Meeting in our office.
 Journey to Success
If all parties agree to move forward, a Match Contract ensures your match is set up for success and has support to achieve goals through regular Supervision check-ins and holistic life-skills programming.